Type 81 SR Serious Quality Concern

I don't have a dog in this particular fight, just looking out for the best interests of those new to the hobby who may be tempted to follow your example. Warranty service may be dependant upon your tampering with the problem part. Do you know for sure that you have NOT compromised your warranty? If TI is looking to limit their exposure, they may look for reasons to deny warranty coverage. Just saying. Hopefully they won't take such a petty approach, but who knows at this point?

Ya I bet you are.... but again people can make their own judgment on what THEY want to do, don't need a mediator to tell them

I could care less about my warranty on "my stock". I'm not useless when it comes to things
 
For those who wish to undertake a self help repair and likely void their warranty, it'll be best to pre-drill a hole for the mitigation screw idea noted earlier; perpendicularly breaking the grain on both side of the hole will also help, good luck.
Anyone already holding one of the rifles care to opine if there is any hope of using something like this style of laminate stock, with some modification of course:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/196726307@N02/52432827685/in/dateposted-public/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/196726307@N02/52432822150/in/dateposted-public/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/196726307@N02/52432820690/in/dateposted-public/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/196726307@N02/52432374371/in/dateposted-public/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/196726307@N02/52432647154/in/dateposted-public/

This is probably way more of an undertaking then alot of people could do.

That's why I suggested an easy fix for anyone with a screwdriver/drill/wood screw
 
Addendum in wording: No disrespect intended and for transparency, the post will remain unedited; however, the word "likely" should have been "may" and, or "could lead to a voided warranty depending on factors" (you know if someone gets in over their head and completely butchers the thing causing even more issues....). Just saying, give TI an opportunity to come up for air on this....
 
As posted by bfiles: This is probably way more of an undertaking then alot of people could do.

That's why I suggested an easy fix for anyone with a screwdriver/drill/wood screw.

Absolutely agree, there was no casting shade on your practicality....read addendum to my post; everyone is such a sensitive snowflake now, lol. Seriously, we're all brainstorming at this point and waiting to see where the chips are going to land. To reiterate, I was simply asking if anyone already in possession wanted to input with measurement comparison, etc....
 
What warranty?

LOL.

Have you tried to get anything from a dealer or distributor when your new gun is defect? I tried and the usual answer is to contact the manufacturer. Fix it yourself is usual the least painful way.

Does somebody have the Norinco phone number handy?

WARRANTY
We handle all manufacturer’s warranty issues and represent their respective implied warranties in Canada.
Defective products will be replaced, exchanged or repaired at our discretion. Warranty period is 1 year unless stated otherwise
 
Not too sure how you took that like I was insensitive about what ya posted lol BUT again, completely modding a stock to fit a different rifle isn't easy if you don't have the right tools is all.

Pretty sure 100% of the people on this board atleast have a screw driver handy and maybe a box of wood screws
 
Not too sure how you took that like I was insensitive about what ya posted lol BUT again, completely modding a stock to fit a different rifle isn't easy if you don't have the right tools is all.

Pretty sure 100% of the people on this board atleast have a screw driver handy and maybe a box of wood screws

did you used a filler or epoxy to strenghtened your fix?
 
Not trying to start an all out war here, but I think that the 1in wood screw is not all that bad of an idea, if quick fix is the goal.

The problem with warranty is, that there is no fix available.
This seems to be an actual design flaw and there is nothing anyone can do at TI, short of sending a new rifle with the same problem.

I do have a very creative friend with extensive machining experience and I had approached him about a possible solution.
He will look into it once my rifle arrives and is very likely to manufacture some sort of a drop in steel bracket, that will strenghten the existing structure (at least that is what I'm hoping for).
 
Not trying to start an all out war here, but I think that the 1in wood screw is not all that bad of an idea, if quick fix is the goal.

The problem with warranty is, that there is no fix available.
This seems to be an actual design flaw and there is nothing anyone can do at TI, short of sending a new rifle with the same problem.

I do have a very creative friend with extensive machining experience and I had approached him about a possible solution.
He will look into it once my rifle arrives and is very likely to manufacture some sort of a drop in steel bracket, that will strenghten the existing structure (at least that is what I'm hoping for).

of course can t wait the outcome from your friend,.
 
please bfiles answer about the filler you used or not ... the rest doesnt desserve to be here as well ...

I didn't use filler, yet. That will depend on how it holds up. I figure this will be fine., this wood isn't I credibly soft so I see it lasting.
If not, I'll fill the screw hole 2 part epoxy and drill another hole thru that with a counter sunk screw
 
I didn't use filler, yet. That will depend on how it holds up. I figure this will be fine., this wood isn't I credibly soft so I see it lasting.
If not, I'll fill the screw hole 2 part epoxy and drill another hole thru that with a counter sunk screw

perfect thank you. waiting for future development but again a good fast fix.
 
For those who wish to undertake a self help repair and likely void their warranty, it'll be best to pre-drill a hole for the mitigation screw idea noted earlier; perpendicularly breaking the grain on both side of the hole will also help, good luck.
Anyone already holding one of the rifles care to opine if there is any hope of using something like this style of laminate stock, with some modification of course:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/196726307@N02/52432827685/in/dateposted-public/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/196726307@N02/52432822150/in/dateposted-public/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/196726307@N02/52432820690/in/dateposted-public/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/196726307@N02/52432374371/in/dateposted-public/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/196726307@N02/52432647154/in/dateposted-public/

doable i will say but you will need to cut some amount of wood. the polymer version may be easier to work on.
 
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